Queen’s image on Australian commemorative coins likened to Shrek

The Royal Australian Mint released two commemorative silver coins, a $5 and a 50c piece, to mark the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II's birth. The coins, available through an online ballot, feature a front-facing portrait of the late Queen surrounded by symbols of her life. However, the portrait has drawn criticism online, with some collectors suggesting it resembles characters like Mrs. Doubtfire, Mrs. Brown, or even Shrek, rather than the Queen. The Royal Australian Mint defended the design, citing the difficulty of capturing the full beauty of a design in metal. Despite the criticism, the silver proof coins have sold out, with limited stock remaining. The coins are collector's items and will not be circulated. The reverse side of the coins features a profile portrait of King Charles.

The Royal Australian Mint released two commemorative coins, a $5 and a 50 cent piece, featuring a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II to mark the centenary of her birth. The coins, launched via an online ballot, have drawn criticism online for their perceived lack of resemblance to the late Queen. Despite the negative reactions to the portrait, the coins have proven popular with collectors, with the silver proof versions selling out quickly. The coins feature designs symbolizing aspects of Queen Elizabeth II's life, including references to her interests and Australia's national floral emblem. The Mint created 30,000 of the 50c coins and 5,000 of the $5 coins.